Physics

Problem

On the Moon, the acceleration due to gravity is about

1.6\,\text{m/s}^{2}

. How much gravitational potential energy is gained when an astronaut lifts a

1.5\,\text{kg}

tool kit vertically through

3\,\text{m}

on the lunar surface? a)

4.8\,\text{J}

44.1\,\text{J}

7.2\,\text{J}

14.4\,\text{J}